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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists his Man United players have defied their critics by turning into a 'better side quicker than many had expected'... but boss admits they must improve defensively if they are to challenge for trophies this season

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims his Manchester United side have defied many critics' expectations by launching a Premier League title challenge this season.

The Red Devils currently lie in second in the English top-flight, five points behind close rivals and league leaders Manchester City - though Pep Guardiola's side do have a game in hand.

United started the season poorly with two wins from their first six games but went on a 12-game unbeaten run to launch themselves into the title picture.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims his Manchester United side have defied their critics this season
The Red Devils are second in the Premier League and will compete for Europe and the FA Cup

Solskjaer, however, is not looking back at his side's progress and is instead looking ahead as United aim to compete for three trophies this term.